💪 Anatomy ProfileHead, Neck & Face

Masseter

Kinesiology & Myology Reference

📍 Origin (Proximal Attachment)

Zygomatic arch

🎯 Insertion (Distal Attachment)

Angle & ramus of mandible

🏃‍♂️ Action (Primary Function)

Elevate the temporomandibular joint (mandible); May assist to protract the temporomandibular joint (mandible)

⚡ Innervation (Nerve Supply)

Trigeminal nerve (CN V) mandibular division

🖐️ Clinical Palpation Key

Ask client to clench & relax jaw.